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Research Assistant (KSAS - Political Science)

Johns Hopkins University
$17.65/hr-$31.05/hr
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Oct 04, 2026
We are seeking a *Research Assistantwho will oversee data collection, data organization, and/or data management or similar functions/tasks for research study(ies) in support of a PI or a research team. Specific Duties & Responsibilities* Run routine and ad hoc reports. Use standard tools and computer programs to review data. Assist with data cleaning measures to ensure accuracy of data and preparation of tables. Lead basic activities such as data collection and data entry. May lead specific tasks and develop processes to ensure study activities occur effectively and efficiently. May conduct literature searches to support faculty in research efforts. May design and format papers/publications. May assist PIs in writing summaries of papers for release as policy briefs or other channels. Other duties as assigned. In addition to the duties described above Transcription of essays for the web interface posting. Essay review and subject categorization. Curating essays for upcoming anthologies with guest editors. Outreach to authors. Related tasks for public-facing exhibits and In The Stacks performance. Working on the writing index that co-director of the Archive developed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in a related field. Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Experience conducting research and transcription. Knowledge of data management software. Qualitative coding skills. Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Analytical Skills - Awareness Attention to Detail - Awareness Data Management and Analysis - Awareness Formatting and Layout Proficiency - Awareness Information Gathering - Awareness Oral and Written Communications - Awareness Organizational Skills - Awareness The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be requiredbased on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Research Assistant Job Posting Title (Working Title):Research Assistant (KSAS - Political Science) Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Monday - Friday / Flexible FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Location: Remote Department name: Political Science Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences >